Connely International Academy Photo - In 1990, our original school began in Japan. We ranked as the #1 academic school for elementary English-speaking students in Japan. Our US branch is on 25 acres east of Lincoln, Nebraska. Students drill in writing and have over 300 required reading books. Mandatory language study includes German, Spanish, and Japanese. Advancement is merit-based and not dependent on age.

Best Nebraska Private High Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private high schools with special program emphasis serving 200 students in Nebraska.
The top-ranked with special program emphasis private high school in Nebraska is Connely International Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is lower than the Nebraska private high school average acceptance rate of 89%.
33% of private high schools with special program emphasis in Nebraska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Top-Ranked Nebraska Private High Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Connely International Academy
Connely International Academy Photo - In 1990, our original school began in Japan. We ranked as the #1 academic school for elementary English-speaking students in Japan. Our US branch is on 25 acres east of Lincoln, Nebraska. Students drill in writing and have over 300 required reading books. Mandatory language study includes German, Spanish, and Japanese. Advancement is merit-based and not dependent on age.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
856 C Road
Lincoln, NE 68418
(402) 225-6877
Gr: NS-12 | 37 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Quest Forward Academy Omaha
Special Program Emphasis
1012 Bruin Blvd
Bellevue, NE 68005
(402) 403-1267
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students
Quest Forward High School Omaha
Quest Forward High School Omaha Photo
Special Program Emphasis
2810 N 118TH ST
Omaha, NE 68164
(402) 403-1267
Gr: 8-12 | 94 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools with special program emphasis in Nebraska?
The top-ranked private high schools with special program emphasis in Nebraska is Connely International Academy.
How many private high schools with special program emphasis are located in Nebraska?
3 private high schools with special program emphasis are located in Nebraska.
What percentage of private high schools with special program emphasis are religiously affiliated in Nebraska?
33% of private high schools with special program emphasis in Nebraska are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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